Hybrid SOC Analyst – L2

at Alongside

• Job title: SOC Analyst – L2
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: No Education Requirement
• Tech skills: Cyber Security, Firewalls
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Porto, Portugal

About the role

• SOC Analyst L2 at a financial markets company specializing in cybersecurity and threat hunting. Responsible for monitoring security alerts and defining detection rules for SIEM and EDR solutions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and other security tools.
• Conduct threat hunting activities to identify potential risks proactively.
• Develop, tune, and maintain detection rules in SIEM and EDR platforms.
• Investigate and triage security incidents, escalating complex cases when needed.
• Perform root cause analysis and provide actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to implement mitigation strategies.
• Document incidents, findings, and improvements to SOC processes and playbooks.

Requirements

• Solid experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat hunting.
• Proven experience defining rules for SIEM and EDR solutions.
• Familiarity with incident response, threat intelligence, and security best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 operational environment (including shift work, if required);

Benefits

• Permanent Contract;
• Health Insurance;
• Meal Card;
• Gym Ticket;
• Hybrid work (Porto).